Descriptive Account Of Mauritius, Its Scenery, Statistics, Etc.: With Brief Historical Sketch, Preceded By Elements Of Geography, The Latter Designed For Youth (1858) - Tapa blanda

Descriptive Account Of Mauritius, Its Scenery, Statistics, Etc. : With Brief Historical Sketch, Preceded By Elements Of Geography, The Latter Designed For Youth (1858)

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - ''Descriptive Account of Mauritius, Its Scenery, Statistics, Etc.: With Brief Historical Sketch, Preceded by Elements of Geography, The Latter Designed for Youth'' is a book written by John Anderson and published in 1858. The book provides a comprehensive description of the island of Mauritius, including its geography, history, and statistics. The author begins with a brief introduction to the geography of the island, providing an overview of its physical features, climate, and flora and fauna. He then delves into the island's history, providing a detailed account of its colonization by the Dutch, French, and British, and the impact of slavery on the island's economy. The book also includes a description of the island's scenery, including its mountains, rivers, and coastline, as well as its towns and villages. The author provides detailed statistics on the island's population, economy, and government, as well as its education and religious institutions. The latter part of the book is designed for young readers and includes an overview of the elements of geography, including maps and illustrations. The author's aim is to provide a comprehensive and accessible guide to Mauritius, suitable for both adults and children. Overall, ''Descriptive Account of Mauritius, Its Scenery, Statistics, Etc.'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of this fascinating island.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781104116903

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